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Biography
Jørgen Leth was a Danish poet and film director who was considered a leading figure in experimental documentary filmmaking. Most notable is his documentary A Sunday in Hell (1977) and his surrealistic short film The Perfect Human (1968). He was also a sports commentator for Danish television and was represented by the film production company Sunset Productions.
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Awards & recognition
- Robert Honorary Award · 2023
- Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres · 2022
- Weekendavisen Book Award · 2005
- Nordisk Film Prisen · 2004
- Kjeld Abell Prize · 1983
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- Statens Kunstfonds hædersydelse
- European Film Award — Best Documentary · 2003 · nominated
